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Page 1: ...photocopying recording or by any information storage or retrieval system without written permission from Fleetwood Entclprises Inc Manufacturing subsidiaries of Fleetwood Enterprises Inc build the fol...

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Page 3: ...les of use as determined by the mileage shown on the odometer whichever occurs first 2 For structural defects 3 years structural defects are limited to the following roof structure sub floor structure...

Page 4: ...receipt of notice of a claim where the dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the problem the Fleetwood Service Center will repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects in material or w...

Page 5: ...damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rig...

Page 6: ...ING This product is manufac tured with a urea formalde hyde resin and will release small quantities of formalde hyde Formaldehyde levels in the indoor air can cause temporary eye and respirato ry irri...

Page 7: ...LP gas container can result in uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion A properly filled con tainer will contain approximately aD percent of its volume as liquid LP gas The following...

Page 8: ...ers of asphyxiation It is especially important that cooking appliances not be used for comfort heating as the dan ger of asphyxiation is greater when the appliance is used for long periods of time SAF...

Page 9: ...T STEERiNG Aid DEVicES 01 9 WARNiNGS TERMS ANd CONCEPTS FOR SAfE OPERATioN of YOUR MOTOR HOME O1 10 02 DRivER S CONTROls 02 1 EXTERioR ElEvATioNS 02A O ON HiE ROAd O 1 MOTOR HOME LOAdiNG O 1 RESPONSib...

Page 10: ...ANd VEHiclE CONTRol O 18 ENGiNE ANd TRANSMissioN m 18 ENGiNE OPERATiON O 19 TRANSMissioN OPERATiON 0 21 GEAR SELECTOR 0 21 JAcobs EXTARdER COMPRESSiON BRAkE 0 2 AiR BRAkES 0 24 SYSTEM COMPONENTS 0 24...

Page 11: ...4 1 POWER ENTRY STEP 04 2 ENTRY DOORS ANd SCREENS 04 WiNdows 04 EMERqENCY Exir WiNdow 04 DRivER ANd PASSENGER SUN ViSORS 04 4 MiNi BliNds 04 4 STORAGE 04 4 EXTERiOR COMPARTMENTS 04 4 INTERiOR STORAqE...

Page 12: ...bLESHOOTiNG THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 05 5 LEAks 05 5 SANiTiziNG THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM 05 6 EXTERioR SHOWER O5 6 DRiNkiNG WATER FilrER SYSTEM 05 7 WASTE WATER SYSTEM 05 7 ToiLET 05 8 DRAiNiNG THE HoLdiN...

Page 13: ...VERTER 06 11 GROUNd FAU r CiRCUir INTERRUPTER GFCI 06 11 ElECTRiCAl DiAGRAMS 06 12 ElECTRiCAl CliMATE CONTROl SYSTEM 06 1 07 LP GAS SysTEM 07 1 LP GAS SAfETY PRECAUTioNS 07 2 SYSTEM COMpONENTS 07 4 HO...

Page 14: ...NEOUS AppliANCES 08 8 WAsHERIDRYER DRAiN SCREEN OpTioNAL ON SElECTEd ModEls 08 8 09 MAiNTENANCE 09 1 EXTERioR 09 2 STAiNS 09 2 WiNdows DOORS VENTS ANd Locks 09 RubbER RooF SYSTEM 09 CIEANiNq 09 CARE 0...

Page 15: ...9 GENERATOR FilTERS 09 10 TRAilER HircH CONNECTOR WiRiNG 09 10 MAiNTENANCE CHART 09 11 10 STORAqE 10 1 STORAGE CHEcklisTs 10 1 SHORT TERM STORAGE LESS THAN 60 DAYS 10 1 LONG TERM STORAGE OVER 60 DAYS...

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Page 17: ...operating and maintenance instmctions However supple ment this by reading all instmctional material furnished with the motor home in the Owner s Information Package and motor home Chassis Operatol s O...

Page 18: ...r rights and obligations as well as the rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer Please read this section careful ly You will be better informed in case you have a warranty related proble...

Page 19: ...plete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all motor home components as specified in the predelivery checklists sup plied by the motor home and chassis manufacturers You should receive a copy of...

Page 20: ...contact the one nearest you 3 We sincerely believe that your dealer and the factory repre sentative will be able to solve any problem which might arise If their combined efforts are not satisfactory p...

Page 21: ...identi fication numbers will be located in the manuals included with your motor home If you need service or warranty information the following phone numbers may be helpful Engine Cummins 800 343 7357...

Page 22: ...p you with getting the correct service Always keep a maintenance log of your motor home s ser vice history Always make a written list of the motor home s problems or the specific work you want done If...

Page 23: ...nt of Transportation 400 Seventh St SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline This package contains valuable documents about your motor h...

Page 24: ...cation No DATE OF MFR INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFG BY DATE OF INC VEH MFR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER GVWR KGS LBS r BAR CODE GAWR FRONT KGS LBS WITH RIMS Thi tag is located on the left top of the instrum...

Page 25: ...an cause tires to roll at an angle and wear unevenly It may also cause the vehicle to pull to the right or left Out of balance tires will not roll smoothly and will cause annoying vibrations and uneve...

Page 26: ...ypi cal car or truck you may be accustomed to driving Keep this in mind as you become familiar with driving your motor home New motor home owners should take spe cial care to learn the driving and han...

Page 27: ...d by the manu facturer of the chassis on which your motor home is built Check the Chassis Operalor s Owner s Guide Manual provided by the motor home chassis manufacturer for the limits on the weight y...

Page 28: ...ke to add a personal touch to their motor home But there is a difference between changing how your motor home looks versus how it handles or responds to driver inputs If you expect to make any type of...

Page 29: ...onal should check all fluid levels and change fluids and filters when needed Tire condition and proper inflation pressure is critical to safe operation Keep your vehicle properly maintained to help av...

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Page 31: ...VER S CONTROLS 1 3 8 1 AlC Outlet 2 Exhaust Brake Control 3 Tmnsmission Shifter Control 4 Level Indicator 5 Mirror Remote Controls 6 Air Dump Control 7 Clearance Light Switch 8 Cup Holder BOUNdER DiEs...

Page 32: ...DRivER S CONTROls II loll GO r ffi OlD GO 0 0 0 0 0 0 C I 0 C I 0 0 no t 0 0 0 C 1 D III jIll 02 2 BOUNdER DiESEl...

Page 33: ...his button in and set the fan switch to any position except OFF AlC Indicator Light This will light when the AlC button is on In the defrost DEF mode the compressor will come on whether or not the NC...

Page 34: ...EXTERioR ELEVATioNS 9 9 DO DODJ 15 16 12 10 2 8 12 12 12 11 9 3 9 1 I I I r PDJ tJ DOD rn Il El i El El El El 00 El El 12 13 12 12 12 21 67 20 12 12 BOUNdER DiEsEl...

Page 35: ...e 5 Engine Access 17 Generator Access 6 External Power Cord shore cord 18 Fog Lights 7 Utility Compartment city water 19 Rear View Camera optional 8 Water Tank 20 Engine Air Intake 9 Air Conditioner 2...

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Page 37: ...sing loading and weighing we need to explain some common weight terms We will use abbreviations and you should refer back to these terms if you do not understand what the abbreviation means GVWR Gross...

Page 38: ...as built at the facto ry with full fuel engine oil and coolants The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occupants or dealer installed accessories NCC Net Carrying Capacity means the maximum...

Page 39: ...ontrol system that operates with the brakes on your motor home The sup plemental brakes will NOT allow you to tow more than the listed GCWR for your motor home Ifyou cannot stop you will crash You mus...

Page 40: ...Challgillg the trailer hitch will not increase the tow capacity ofthe motor home Consult the Chassis Operator s Owller s Guide Mallual alld U S state alld Canadian provincial laws for towing weight li...

Page 41: ...buted between the axles or front to rear and also between the wheels or side to side It is also important to place heavier items in under the floor storage or low in the motor home If you make the mot...

Page 42: ...Weight The maximum permissible downward force exerted on the hitch baH by the towed vehicle coupler UVW Unloaded Vehicle Weight means the weight of this motor home as built at the factory with fun fue...

Page 43: ...you anive at a weigh station the attendant will guide you through the correct positioning of the motor home on the scales 1 Center the front wheels on the scale platform and take a reading This is th...

Page 44: ...ght rat ings on the Federal certification tag and carrying capacity label Fill in the chart to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the rating you will have to adjust or remove the...

Page 45: ...nter the entire motor home so that only the motor home is being weighed Leave the towed load hitched to the motor home but resting off of the scale This is the Gross Vehicle Weight Reading 2 OJ BmErn...

Page 46: ...chart to aid in comparing weights If any readings are higher than the rating you will have to adjust or remove the load If you exceed weight ratings you will Cause unsafe braking Cause unstable drivi...

Page 47: ...y accessible location As a minimllm inclllde a fire extillguisheJ tools first aid kit rain gem flashlight highway waming devices all electric cord with light and sturdy gloves Your motor home is equip...

Page 48: ...NOTE The tire pressures on your motor home were adjusted for the weight of the motor home at the time it was built These pres sures may be lower than the pressures required for the weight of a loaded...

Page 49: ...n Tag located on the side wall near the driver s seat In case of sudden tire failure Remove your foot ji om the acceleratO Use moderately heavy brake pedal pressure Do not pump the brake The vehicle i...

Page 50: ...ed in the Maintenance Schedule Also retighten to proper torque specifications at 50 miles and then 500 miles after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lugs nuts have been loosened Failure to...

Page 51: ...with the seatback in the fully upright position When the seatback is not fully upright there is a greater risk that the child will slide under the safety belt and be seriously injured in a collision N...

Page 52: ...andards as the original belt This belt assembly can be purchased and installed at any authorized Fleetwood motor home dealer Check your safety belt system periodically to make sure that it works prope...

Page 53: ...at is reconnnended for the size and weight of the child Seat backs should be npright for use with child safety seats WARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions that come with the...

Page 54: ...it took to go lip the hill Crest the hill in the lower gear Monitor your speed Your motor home is equipped with a diesel engine Diesel equipped vehicles are less responsive than gas powered vehi cles...

Page 55: ...hart NOTE Times listed are minimulIl times It will not harm block heater or engine to leave it plugged in longer thall times stated ENGINE BLOCK HEATER USAGE Viscosity Time Battery Temperature Grade O...

Page 56: ...nd other gauges often to make sure they are operating correctly The motor home will not move until the air brakes and sus pension systems are sufficiently full of air Normal brake system air pressure...

Page 57: ...le con trol and your job even easier R Reverse The vehicle must be completely stopped before shifting from Forward to Reverse or from Reverse to Forward N Neutral Neutral is used to start the engine c...

Page 58: ...y greater engine braking for going down grades the lower the gear the greater the brak ing effect 1 LOW Use this gear when pulling through mud and deep snow when maneuvering in tight spaces or while d...

Page 59: ...fueled foot off the throttle pedal When the Extarder s dash switch is turned ON and your foot is removed from the throttle pedal the transmission should be shifted to a lower gear This allows the Ext...

Page 60: ...y the motor home engine Air Tanks These tanks hold compressed air for the brake system They will hold enough air to allow the brakes to be used several times even if the compressor stops working Entra...

Page 61: ...ning Light This light tells you that your brake system needs servicing This light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to the START position but it normally goes off when the engine starts...

Page 62: ...e using the parking brake If the brakes are wet use the brakes lightly while driving in a low gear to heat and dry them WARNING If a loss of air pressure in the braking system occurs rapidly the sprin...

Page 63: ...in stopping distance and anticipate your stops with this in mind Downhill driving puts extra strain on many drivetrain compo nents of your motor home The brakes are easily overloaded and overheated w...

Page 64: ...if equipped will help you keep aware of your vehicle s position and the position of other vehicles andlor obstructions near your motor home You must monitor them constantly while you are driving Becom...

Page 65: ...off the vehicle air condi tioner to improve engine and transmission cooling Be aware of the extra height of your motor home Check for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions whenever you driv...

Page 66: ...tion of a lower gear to match the driving conditions you encounter or expect to encounter Preselection will give you better control on slick or icy roads and on downgrades Downshifting to lower gears...

Page 67: ...sary clean the camera lens and monitor screen with a quality g lss cleaner and nonabrasive cloth or towel In keeping with good engineering practice and to meet the requirements of chassis manufacturer...

Page 68: ...e from your Fleetwood motor home dealer Clean up fuel spills immediately Fuel spilled on the motor home could damage the exterior finish and is a serious fire hazard The fuel fill is located on both s...

Page 69: ...el types and blends particularly fuels blended for certain alti tudes and climates Fuel suppliers provide customers with the correct fuel for their location and seasonal conditions Sometimes though fu...

Page 70: ...m possible heat damage caused by the exhaust system Do not remove these shields modify the exhaust system or add additional equipment such as wiring plumbing or other components which will be effected...

Page 71: ...engine exhaust does not enter the interior and you would not be alert to exhaust odors or symp toms of carbon monoxide pOisoning If you or others experience any of these symptoms get out into fresh a...

Page 72: ...rbon Monoxide in this manual Test the CO detector alarm after the motor home has been in storage before each trip and at least once a week during use Please refer to the operating instructions include...

Page 73: ...ARNING DO NOT go under a coach that is being lifted by towing equipment BOUNdER DiESEL CAUTION Remove the axle shafts or disconnect the driveline before towing the motor home See the Chassis Operator...

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Page 75: ...A dual position switch on the driver s side panel controls the air dump system When the air bags are deflated the motor home will settle slightly from normal ride height and you may hear a sound of r...

Page 76: ...ON This prevents driving with the step extended The switches operate the step according to the following table Ignition Step Step Switch Switch Position Position Position Action OFF ON Step extends an...

Page 77: ...y permit water inside This water must be trapped and provisions made for draining it to the outside On your ventilating windows water is trapped by the frame During a heavy downpour water may be seen...

Page 78: ...should accommodate most of your storage needs All of the storage compartments except the LP gas compartment can be locked Fire prevention regulations require that the LP gas compartment be unlocked at...

Page 79: ...rs rest in notches when they are closed To open drawers lift up slightly then pull open Closets may be equipped with 12 volt lights that turn ON when the closet door is opened Be sure the light goes O...

Page 80: ...up and out 3 Push the back of the lounge back and down 4 Push the seat belts through the space between the lounge back and seat To restore the sofa lounge 1 Pull the seat belts back up through the sp...

Page 81: ...Be sure to turn the fan OFF before closing the vent Close the vents or lower them before traveling to avoid dam age from wind and low overhead clearances The vent may be cleaned from the top of the m...

Page 82: ...ical signal traveling through the liquid Some water may not conduct the signal properly This con dition may be infrequent but can exist Check the panel reading when the fresh water tank is filled b Ma...

Page 83: ...e ceiling If enough water collects in the wall or ceiling materials it may cause water stains on the wall or ceiling surface You might think that your walls or ceiling are leaking You have a prob lem...

Page 84: ...perior insulation but your RV is tightly built to close manufac turing tolerances Your RV really holds the air in And no there is nothing wrong with your RY Quite the opposite is true Most homes have...

Page 85: ...an put almost 50 pounds of water into the air House plants alld aquariums Plants give off almost as much water as you put on them And open aquari ums permit higher rates of evaporation than closed typ...

Page 86: ...ings are Reduce moisture released into the air and increase ventilation To reduce moisture released inside the RV 1 Run the vent fan when cooking and the bath vent fan or open the bath vent when bathi...

Page 87: ...and will effectively reduce condensation 3 Avoid taping windows or doors tightly closed This will prevent any air movement and will make the condensation problem worse 4 Ventilate closets and cabinet...

Page 88: ...eeds can draw air from the outside through the windows or vents 9 Control the interior heat If the heat is a dry heat the humidity will tend to be lower Here are some tips on controlling humidity with...

Page 89: ...xtinguishing material and therefore must be used properly so this material is not wasted Fire extinguishers are pressurized mechanical devices They must be handled with care and treated with respect T...

Page 90: ...eling maintain control of the vehicle until you can safely stop Evacuate the vehicle as quickly and safely as possible If you experience a fire while camped evacuate the vehicle as quickly and safely...

Page 91: ...efore each trip and at least once a week during use The smoke detector alarm should never be disabled due to nuisance or false alarm from cooking smoke a dusty fur nace etc Ventilate your motor home w...

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Page 93: ...to the RV park or city water supply This will usually be a faucet or valve simi lar to your garden hose valve at home 2 Run the city water supply for a few seconds to clear the line Turn off the wate...

Page 94: ...external fill the on board tank is full After filling turn the bypass valve to NormaL 2 Gravity fill The external gravity water fill is located on the exterior of the motor home The on board water tan...

Page 95: ...switch is ON and a faucet is opened When the faucets are closed the pump shuts off At free flow the pump draws approximately 7 to 7 1 2 amps It can run illy for extended periods without damage See El...

Page 96: ...t the inlet end of the filter and remove 2 Unscrew the filter cap from the filter 3 Remove the filter screen 4 Flush out and clean screen 5 Reverse procedure to install 6 Operate the water pump and ch...

Page 97: ...he fittings Do not over tighten fittings Connections at galley and lavy fixtures should not be tightened with a wrench They will normally seal with hand tightening If a leak persists at one of the fit...

Page 98: ...r flows steadily then turn them off This will purge any air from the lines 4 Top off water tank with fresh water and wait three hours 5 Drain the entire system by opening the HOT and COLD low point dr...

Page 99: ...ent lines a grey water holding tank and a black water holding tank The water from the sinks and shower drains into the grey water tank the toilet drains into the black water tank The holding tanks mak...

Page 100: ...ceptable sewer inlet or dump station Whenever possible drain the holding tanks before traveling Waste water and sewage in the holding tanks reduce the car rying capacity of the motor home See the Moto...

Page 101: ...to drain completely Rinse and flush the tank through the toilet When the tank is empty push the handle in to close the valve Run enough water up to five gallons or so into the tank to cover the botto...

Page 102: ...p If you are parked at a site with a semipermanent sewer hookup keep the black water knife valve closed to allow the waste level to build up The outlet will probably clog if you leave the knife valve...

Page 103: ...paper ethylene glycol based or other automotive antifreeze sanitary napkins or household toilet cleaners in the holding tanks Do not put anything solid in either tank that could scratch or puncture th...

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Page 105: ...is the chassis 12 volt or vehicle electrical system It includes the vehicle batteries engine charging system ignition system instrument panel and controls the headlights taillights tUI ll signals oth...

Page 106: ...120 volt AC power from these batteries The 12 volt fuses protect individual circuits If the circuit is overloaded it will blow the fuse and the fuse must be replaced Check the circuit for an overload...

Page 107: ...the external condition of the batteries periodically Look for cracks in the cover and case Check the vent plugs and replace any that are cracked or broken Keep the batter ies clean Acid film and dirt...

Page 108: ...on 06 4 WARNING Disconnect the 120 volt shore cord and the nega tive terminal from the coach batteries before working on either electri cal system If you work on the electrical systems with the power...

Page 109: ...battery Use care when connecting or disconnecting booster leads or cables Attaching booster cables and poor connections are a common cause of electrical arcs which can cause explosion Check and adjus...

Page 110: ...You can use the Auxiliary Start System to start the chassis engine or the generator with the house batteries if the chassis battery is discharged If the chassis engine alternator is oper ating properl...

Page 111: ...outlets The cord and connector is molded together to form a weath erproof cable assembly Do not cut or alter the cable in any way Do not remove the ground pin in the cable connector or defeat the grou...

Page 112: ...olt DC power when your motor home is operating on 120 volt from the generator or a public utility It will also charge both bat tery systems Your motor home may be equipped with an optional generator l...

Page 113: ...to the motor home engine This arrangement prevents the generator from running the motor home fuel tank dry To start the generator Press START switch until generator is running BOUNdER DiESEl ElECTRic...

Page 114: ...ances operate the gener ator while sleeping You would not be able to moni tor outside conditions to assure that generator exhaust does not enter the interior and you would not be alert to exhaust odor...

Page 115: ...r GFCI This device is intended to protect you against the hazards of electrical shocks possible when using electrical appliances in the bathroom or galley or in damp areas Should a circuit or applianc...

Page 116: ...ns a card that can be used to record test dates Keep the card in a conspicuous place and keep it up to date Because of the many model floor plan and option variations available detailed wiring diagram...

Page 117: ...f current the climate control system may turn them off to prevent circuit overload Once the system turns them off it will keep them off as long as required and then automatically return them to normal...

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Page 119: ...L The LP gas storage tank is mounted on the motor home chas sis LP gas is stored as a liquid under pressure and vapodzes under the control of a pressure regulator A typical LP gas tank installation is...

Page 120: ...ts and all smoking materials Shut off the gas supply at the container valve s or gas supply connection Open the door and leave the area until the odor clears Have the gas system checked by a professio...

Page 121: ...components are compatible 8 Turn off LP gas main valve before filling LP gas container or entering an LP gas bulk plant or motor fuel service station Turn off all pilot lights and appliances individua...

Page 122: ...system Although they are designed for efficient and trouble free use they can deterio rate from impurities in the air The average life of LP hoses is two to three years Consequently check the hoses f...

Page 123: ...stem will function at low temperatures pro vided the system components are kept at a temperature above the vapor point of the LP gas Ask your LP gas supplier or your motor home dealer for information...

Page 124: ...and causes the problem This ice can build up and partially or totally block the gas supply There are a number of things you can do to prevent freeze up 1 Be sure the gas tank is totally moisture free...

Page 125: ...d hiss or hum when you turn the gas on This may indi cate a leak The first time you have your LP tank filled have the service man bleed a little LP gas out of the small outage valve this also lets you...

Page 126: ...Travel and road shocks may have caused damage to the system that you will need to repair before using the appliances Keep the tank valve closed and turn off all appliances if the unit is not being use...

Page 127: ...button allows you to temporarily quiet the alarm for 60 seconds after it has been set off or after testing 7 If the alarm does not sound during a test or if the green indicator light is not visible s...

Page 128: ...ht more quickly We recommend lighting the pilot light at the range if equipped rather than individually lighting each burner This will help prevent accidental leaks at the burner Be sure the pilot lig...

Page 129: ...he outside of the motor home Turn on the hot water faucet at the galley sink If water flows continuously the heater is full BOUNdER DiEsEl ApPLIANCES II NOTE The individual appliance manuals included...

Page 130: ...tor vent door in the shade Once the interior of the refrigera tor is cool the refrigeration system will usually maintain this temperature If the inside of the refrigerator is hot the food is not preco...

Page 131: ...entilation when using the cooking appliances will prevent the dangers of asphyxiation Refer to Lighting LP Gas Appliances section in the LP Gas System chapter of this manual The exhaust hood allows va...

Page 132: ...ments Remember that air conditioners use a large portion of your available electric power If additional equipment requiring 12 volt power is installed in the motor home Obtain the 12 volt source from...

Page 133: ...oof or objects in the path of the antenna such as overhead wires Do lot travel with the antenna raised The roof mounted satellite dish antenna is designed for reception of digital satellite television...

Page 134: ...FM signals have a range of only about 75 miles under the best of atmospheric and geographic conditions The good reception you get at parks located at great distances from broadcast facilities is prob...

Page 135: ...the phase and noise components of a stereo signal will disappear in MONO mode Many FM stereo tuners are equipped with a program adaptive blend circuit This circuit senses the condition of the RF signa...

Page 136: ...r from either a public utility or the generator The removable drain screen which protects the pump from lint and foreign matter needs to be cleaned periodically See your Owner s Illformation Package f...

Page 137: ...prefer your dealer can perform these services for you His trained personnel will assure that your motor home is maintained and repaired in keeping with original perfor mance expectations This section...

Page 138: ...onthly at least Avoid strong alkaline cleaners and abrasives 2 Wax the exterior at least once a year twice if possible with a wax formulated for fiberglass When waxing always read and follow the instr...

Page 139: ...powdered graphite If the motor home is located at a beach or is exposed to salt air more fre quent lubrication may be required For normal cleaning standard household detergents or cleansers may be use...

Page 140: ...ped to remain waterproof under sus tained effects of weather and vibration However even the finest materials will eventually dry out and lose their effec tiveness under the constant heat of the sun an...

Page 141: ...to remove excess sealant 2 Clean all areas to be resealed with mineral spirits and clean rags 3 Make sure that all areas to be resealed are absolutely dry before new sealant is applied BOUNdm DiESEl...

Page 142: ...ace with a damp cloth to remove water marks For stains wipe with soapy water or ammonia based cleaners Remove stubborn stains on the matte satin finish with an abrasive cleanser For cleaning laminate...

Page 143: ...brittle The following cleauers have been tested and approved when mixed with water Distilled vinegar Mild dishwasher detergent Liquid deodorizing cleaner Avoid cleaners with any level of abrasives ac...

Page 144: ...often contain added maintenance instructions Consult these manuals as required ENGINE ACCESS WARNING When installing the en gine cover be sure the cover is fully seated on the gasket seal and secured...

Page 145: ...e lights GE 193 12v Side marker lights GE 194 12v Porch lights Jensen 1003 12v Entry step light GE 193 12v Hood light GE 193 12v Rear clearance lights GE 193 12v Back up lights GE l1S6 12v Stop turn t...

Page 146: ...erator Owner s Manual in the Owner s Information Package Trailer Hitch Electrical Connector View is looking into the connector on the motor home 3 7 4 5 1 GENERATOR FILTERS TRAILER HITCH CONNECTOR WIR...

Page 147: ...ect and test safety equipment Fire extinguisher LP CO and smoke detectors alarms and GFI receptacles Service appliances and equipment refrigerator roof air conditioner furnace generator Inspect genera...

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Page 149: ...ounter tops lavy tub and shower and galley D Inflate tires to maximum rated cold pressure o Park the motor home as level as possible front to rear and side to side Block wheels front and rear Put tran...

Page 150: ...y open W roof vents at front and rear for ventilation If the motor home is being stored below freezing close and cover all vents to prevent entry of snow etc o Close and lock all windows Be sure vent...

Page 151: ...or install protective covers and store inside the motor home o Charge and remove both the vehicle and auxiliary bat teries Store them in a cool dry place and check the charge and water level every 30...

Page 152: ...all orifices Commercially available fuel stabilizers may be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the additive manufac turer s instructions Operate the vehicle regula...

Page 153: ...stem to the lowest expected storage temperature or at least _20 F Of Service and winterize the generator if equipped as outlined in the generator operating manual included in your Owner s Information...

Page 154: ...drain valve install the water heater plug and close the safety valve o Drain the waste water system by following the normal procedure for draining the holding tanks See Plumbing chapter o Apply silico...

Page 155: ...pening each hot water faucet allowing antifreeze solution to flow con tinuously and then close each faucet This will require considerably more antifreeze solution and you may choose to do this step be...

Page 156: ...ng it out of storage will not be difficult The following procedure check list assumes that you stored the motor home with care If you didn t and extensive freeze damage or other serious deterioration...

Page 157: ...ds Top off if necessary o During engine IUn check the operation of headlights tail lights turn signals backup lights clearance lights license plate light emergency flashers Operate the vehicle air con...

Page 158: ...al system power cord converter all outlets and any exposed wiring If defects are found refer service to your dealer or an authorized Fleetwood Service Center D Prepare the generator for operation foll...

Page 159: ...blades or remove protective covers Check wiper washer operation II Wash and wax the exterior Inspect the body for scratches or other damage Touch up or repair as necessary Flush the underside thoroug...

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Page 161: ...ce manual supplied by the chassis manu facture It is part of your OWller s Illformatioll Package It contains information on operating and maintaining the engine transmission drivetrain and other compo...

Page 162: ...l in the tank fresh and volatile during long storage peri ods Also known as anti oxidant GAWR Gnoss AxlE WEiqHT RATiNq The maximum permissible loaded weight a specific axle is designed to carry GCWR G...

Page 163: ...ch Intermittent Courtesy Circuit This switch will flash the clearance lights and is useful when signalling other large vehicles when passing or being passed MONiTOR PANEl An electronic device that all...

Page 164: ...credit card You cannot purchase anything with it It is used only to identify you and your motor home PARk CAblE The F style video connector that allows you to connect to an outside television signal s...

Page 165: ...nts The UVW does not include cargo fresh water LP gas occu pants or dealer installed accessories Note Canadian UVW inclndes designated seating LP and water YIN YEhiclE IdENTifiCATioN NUMbER The legal...

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